Universal Audio (UA), a global frontrunner in audio production tools, extends its product range with the Apollo Twin X USB. Building upon the legacy of revered products like Apollo, Volt audio interfaces, UAD plug-ins, and UA microphones, this new offering sets a benchmark in professional desktop audio interfaces.
At a Glance:
- Product: Apollo Twin X USB
- Price: $999 US MAP
- Availability: Shipping worldwide and now in stores
What’s New: Leveraging the state-of-the-art A/D and D/A conversion tech from the celebrated Apollo X rackmount interfaces, the Apollo Twin X USB integrates USB 3 connectivity designed for Windows users. The outcome is an interface with heightened dynamic range and minimized THD, enhancing the gold-standard audio quality established by its predecessor, the original Apollo Twin.
Boasting the UAD-2 DUO Core, this 10×6 USB 3 audio interface allows users to harness renowned UAD plug-ins in real-time. The interface is built for serious recording, empowering Windows-based musicians and producers to capture sound with the richness of analog—experience recording through iconic preamps like Neve, API, and Manley, all with almost imperceptible latency.
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Key Features:
- A 10 x 6 USB 3 interface tailored for Windows, featuring 24-bit/192 kHz audio conversion.
- Real-time tracking through vintage gear using UAD-2 DUO Core Processing.
- Unison™ tech for authentic emulations of classic amps and preamps.
- Built-in talkback microphone, augmented monitor controls, and two Unison mic/line preamps.
- Up to 8 channels of additional digital input via optical mediums.
- Bundled with the Heritage Edition UAD plug-in collection, including classics like the Teletronix LA-2A and 1176 compressors, and much more.
- Compatibility with all major DAWs via VST & AAX, supported by rock-solid ASIO drivers.
- Premium build with unparalleled analog design and superior components.
Additionally, UA promises industry-leading, free technical support from seasoned audio engineers, ensuring users receive guidance from those who understand the craft.
Will Vance is a professional music producer who has been involved in the industry for the better part of a decade and has been the managing editor at Magnetic Magazine since mid-2022. In that time period, he has published thousands of articles on music production, industry think pieces and educational articles about the music industry. Over the last decade as a professional music producer, Will Vance has also ran multiple successful and highly respected record labels in the industry, including Where The Heart Is Records as well as having launched a new label with a focus on community through Magnetic Magazine. When not running these labels or producing his own music, Vance is likely writing for other top industry sites like Waves or the Hyperbits Masterclass or working on his upcoming book on mindfulness in music production. On the rare chance he's not thinking about music production, he's probably running a game of Dungeons and Dragons with his friends which he has been the dungeon master for for many years.
